Huile Russe. Fa. H. Piron, Brüssel (1896)
Armand Rassenfosse1896 · Portrait · Public domain
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Provenance and rights
- Rights
- Public domain (artist died 1934)
Specifications
- Year
- 1896
- Nationality / school
- Belgian
- Lifespan
- 1862–1934
About the artwork
Dated 1896, "Huile Russe. Fa. H. Piron, Brüssel" is an artwork by Armand Rassenfosse. It is listed in the Vintage Posters collection. The image is in portrait orientation. Vintage Posters, a short history: Posters announced theatre, travel, products, and events, combining image and lettering to be read at a glance from the street. Art Nouveau, Art Deco, and later modernist design each left a recognisable poster style. Context for 1896: In the 1890s, colour lithography and Art Nouveau made the illustrated poster a celebrated art form. Japanese prints reached Europe in large numbers and influenced many artists, while photography changed what painting needed to do.
"Huile Russe. Fa. H. Piron, Brüssel" is shown in the onlly.art catalogue for reference and browsing. A portrait format suits narrow wall spaces, hallways, and the area beside a door or window. Vintage posters bring character, graphic texture, and a collected feel to the room, while pairing easily with both contemporary furniture and eclectic styling. Browsing works by the same artist, or from the same period, is a good way to compare styles before choosing what suits your space.
About the artist
Belgian, 1862–1934
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